Joe Rogan: “The guy who fell apart”

Charles Oliveira: The Extraordinary Journey from Underdog to UFC Champion

Charles Oliveira’s ascent to the top of the UFC’s lightweight division is a remarkable tale of perseverance and redemption. Despite facing doubts and criticism early in his career, Oliveira has proven himself to be one of the greatest fighters in modern MMA history.

Initially, Oliveira struggled to find his footing in the UFC, with a record of 2-4 (1) in his first seven fights. He was often dismissed as a talented but inconsistent fighter, especially due to his struggles with making weight. This pattern continued for several years.

However, everything changed when Charles Oliveira embarked on an impressive 11-fight winning streak, which culminated in him becoming the lightweight champion. During a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, Joe Rogan and Paul Felder discussed Oliveira’s transformation from a perceived quitter to a true champion:

“He was once known as a guy who fell apart.”

Felder added:

“A quitter, to be honest.”

But Oliveira proved everyone wrong and cemented his status as one of the best fighters in the sport:

“He turned a corner and became not just the baddest motherf**ker in his weight class, but one of the best in the entire sport.”

Oliveira’s achievements speak for themselves, as he holds numerous records in the UFC, including the most submission wins and finishes in the promotion’s history.

The Reason Behind Charles Oliveira’s Withdrawal from UFC 294

Unfortunately, fans were disappointed when Charles Oliveira pulled out of his scheduled fight at UFC 294, leading to Alexander Volkanovski stepping in as a replacement. This setback means that Oliveira may have to take more fights before getting another shot at the lightweight title.

So, why did Oliveira withdraw from the bout? Dana White, the CEO of the UFC, revealed that Oliveira sustained a severe cut during a recent sparring session. However, instead of informing the UFC, he sought treatment from other doctors who stitched up the cut. White expressed his frustration with Oliveira’s decision but believes that the UFC’s medical team could have handled the situation better.